It is time to start taking care of our mental health. It is an aspect of health that has been swept under the rug for a long time but is now finally starting to be talked about.

According to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, major depressive disorder affects about 14.7 million American adults, which is about 6.7 percent of the population. That number is steadily increasing as well.

It is well known that diet can affect our physical health, but recent research is starting to show associations between healthy foods and mental health too.

Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients in this potent depression fighting turmeric honey elixir.

Cinnamon:It can help treat anxiety and depression because of its blood sugar regulating benefits.

Honey:Honey is a great natural mood lifter and a potent super food. Plus, it’s hard to be sad when you’re eating honey!

Turmeric:A new review of studies showed that turmeric is a powerful medication against depression, and may rival drugs like Prozac.

Directions:

. Bring 1 cup of filtered water to a boil . Take water off of the heat and let it cool for 30 seconds to a minute . Add 1 tsp of turmeric powder, 1/4 tsp of cinnamon, 1 tbsp of honey, and 1 tbsp of lemon juice . Stir to combine ingredients